The new segregation

12:08 AM,
Nov. 25, 2012

Written by

Jim Thompson

Recently, I returned from a week of mission work in Guatemala. Although very poor, the people are friendly, industrious and almost always have a smile on their faces, even when their stomachs are empty. I had spent several days digging septic tanks and pouring concrete floors for new, simple homes for these indigenous Mayan descendents, whose sad history includes genocide and rejection. Recognizing I had only a tiny part in the big scheme of things, I nevertheless was satisfied and pleased I was able to do what little I could.